This elderberry syrup recipe is a great way to keep your family healthy and happy while saving pennies too! Elderberries (also know as sambucus or sambucol) have long been used in folk medicine to prevent and treat the symptoms of the common cold and flu. These tiny purple-blue berries are rich in anti-oxidant flavinoids and anti-inflammatory anthocyanin. Even modern studies have proved the efficacy of elderberry extract. … [Read more...] about Elderberry Syrup Recipe For Cold And Flu Prevention
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The Eczema Cure Links
These are a list of product links that are quoted in The Eczema Cure ... grouped by category, not as they appear in the book. Books, Movies & other Reading Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep database King Corn GAPS Diet Nourishing Traditions Real Food Fermentation Reversing Food Allergies Kitchen Supplies Food Processor Dutch Oven Seedling Heat Mats Personal Care & Cleaning … [Read more...] about The Eczema Cure Links
Doing The Bare Minimum In A Real Food Kitchen
Yesterday when I went to the dentist, I confessed that while I floss every day, most days I only floss some of my teeth - the ones that I think need it most. Yes, I understand clearly that the logic here is warped. Imagine how it sounded coming out of my mouth, "Um, I don't have time to floss all of my teeth, but I do floss! I swear!" I am sure I am not alone when I say - I am busy. Working, blogging, momming, cooking, … [Read more...] about Doing The Bare Minimum In A Real Food Kitchen
7 Shortcuts In A Real Food Kitchen
Soaking grains, drying nuts, fermenting veggies - so much of real food takes time to prepare - not necessarily hands-on time, but time nonetheless. So here are a few of my favorite shortcuts in a real food kitchen for saving myself some precious minutes that add up throughout the week. 1 - Prepare large batches When it comes to food prep, the biggest consumer of time in my kitchen is the clean up. And as much as I love … [Read more...] about 7 Shortcuts In A Real Food Kitchen
Lemon Socks For A Fever
A few weeks ago I finally got around to listening to the audio recordings from the last Wise Traditions Conference on childhood fevers. An interesting lecture, Dr. Cowan discusses a possible link of chronic fever suppression to the propensity for developing cancer later in life. Hmm. I certainly am not a huge proponent of fever reducing medicines (like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin) used in excess, but his presentation … [Read more...] about Lemon Socks For A Fever
Pork and Sauerkraut Over Mash – GAPS Friendly
It is a tradition on my mom's side of the family to eat pork and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes every new year's day. Growing up, I never appreciated the deliciousness of this Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food - though I really loved instant mashed potatoes out of a box! Now a real food-lovin' grown-up, there's not much I enjoy more than slow cooked pork. Add some homemade sauerkraut and spoon it over cauliflower mash for a … [Read more...] about Pork and Sauerkraut Over Mash – GAPS Friendly
Nine Nurturing Meals For New Mom
Hooray! Your sister (or daughter or friend or cousin or niece) just had a baby! If you're wondering what kind of gift will best celebrate a new little bundle of life, consider whipping up some meals for new mom. Those of you with kids may remember that the first few weeks (or months) with a baby in the house can be intense. Round-the-clock nursing, erratic sleeping, and strange new noises and smells that require immediate … [Read more...] about Nine Nurturing Meals For New Mom
What I Ate Today: Katie McK.
Holistic Squid weighs in with a nutrient-dense spin on Katie McK.'s diet. Katie, age 27, is a science writer and author of beatricebiologist.com a rad blog that makes science interesting and funny. Breakfast: 2% Greek Yogurt (I used to put TJ's granola in it, but now I'm eating it alone.) Lunch: Sourdough bread pizza with homemade sauce, mozzarella, artichoke heart, roasted garlic, and basil. Dinner: Slow cooker lentil … [Read more...] about What I Ate Today: Katie McK.
Margarita? MargaBucha: A Refreshing Kombucha Cocktail
Do you enjoy dragging your feet and fending off a headache the day following cocktails with friends? Do you revel in a full-body-film of regret and self-loathing? Do you love hangovers? If your answer is yes, do not read any further! I don't know about you but, I don't have time for hangovers. And guess what? I have a choice and so do you. We can enjoy a delicious margarita on a warm afternoon with family and friends and not … [Read more...] about Margarita? MargaBucha: A Refreshing Kombucha Cocktail
Party Wave Wednesday 10/09/13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you're a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time - This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 10/09/13
Party Wave Wednesday 9/2513
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you're a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time - This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 9/2513
Party Wave Wednesday 10/02/13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you're a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time - This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 10/02/13